Lana Hane
Houston,TX
Summary
Dedicated and enthusiastic School Librarian with 10 years teaching experience and 3 years librarian experience fostering a love for reading and learning in students. Adept at managing library resources and collaborating with teachers to integrate library resources into the curriculum. Skilled in collection development and utilizing technology to enhance library services. Committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive library environment that inspires curiosity and supports academic success.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
First Grade Teacher
Pasadena ISD
08.2021 - Current
- Improved student reading comprehension by incorporating engaging phonics activities and guided reading sessions.
- Increased parent involvement in their child''s education by conducting regular parent-teacher conferences and providing resources for at-home learning support.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Implemented positive behavior support strategies, promoting a respectful and inclusive classroom culture.
- Enhanced classroom management techniques, resulting in a more focused and productive learning environment.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
School-librarian
Friendswood ISD
04.2005 - 05.2008
- Streamlined the library collection by conducting regular inventory checks and updating materials for relevance and currency.
- Collaborated with faculty to design curriculum-aligned research projects, fostering critical thinking among students.
- Improved student access to resources by maintaining an organized, user-friendly library space with clear signage and well-planned shelving arrangements.
- Assisted in budget management by carefully selecting new materials based on educational value, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with school goals.
- Coordinated special events such as author visits and book fairs to heighten community engagement within the library setting.
- Developed partnerships with local public libraries to encourage lifelong learning beyond the school setting for both students and teachers alike.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by actively participating in staff meetings, professional development trainings, and collaborating with colleagues on projects enhancing student learning experiences.
- Maintained library databases to support accuracy and availability in circulation systems.
- Trained and supervised library staff, volunteers and other personnel.
- Educated library patrons about policies for checking out materials and using resources.
Education
Master of Science - Library Science
University of Houston-Clear Lake
Houston, TX12.2005
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Lamar University
Beaumont05.1999
Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Activity Planning
- Organizational Skills
- Classroom Management
- Time Management
- Growth Mindset
- Relationship Building
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Creative Problem Solving
- Behavior Management
Certification
Librarian Certification 2005-current
ESL Certification 2002-current
GT Certification 2022-current
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
Pasadena ISD
08.2021 - Current
School-librarian
Friendswood ISD
04.2005 - 05.2008
Master of Science - Library Science
University of Houston-Clear Lake
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Lamar University